Herbert Hoover

Herbert Hoover, the 31st President from 1929 to 1932 and the first president born west of the Mississippi River, grew up in West Branch in a tradition that deeply influenced his ideals and long life of public service. Historic buildings associated with his childhood there include the Birthplace Cottage, Blacksmith Shop, School House, and Friends Meetinghouse, and exhibits at the Presidential Library museum depict his adult life and humanitarian works.

West Branch, Iowa · United States